It's the end of the year and everyone is making lists! We sat down and reread every post of the year (which we do about once a week) and went about the impossible task of ranking them. We just did the impossible.
The Top 12 Shark Moments of 2012
12. Friday the Sharkteenth
Terry and Tyler attend their first game together of the season.
11. #shakitude park #ourpark
Mark Grace of FSN Arizona decides he's a shark fan as he talks about us for an entire inning on air.
10. Radio Shark: You've Got Questions, We've Got Jaws.
Nats radio announcers Charlie Slowes and Dave Jaegler can't keep a straight face while reading this blog on the air.
9. Shark Radio Recap
Terry and Tyler get interviewed on Matt Dahl Radio and their nicknaming skills are put to the test.
8. Shark Face/Off
Have you ever been searching the web for photos of your favorite baseball player and found a picture of you with his face photoshopped over your own?
7. Sharkadina on Fox Sports Florida
Talented sideline reporter Allison Williams interviews Tyler and Terry LIVE on Florida TV in front of dozens of Marlins fans.
6. Sharkadina Night
A local bar, Big Board DC, hosts the first annual Sharkadina Night and Shark hits a home run.
5. Shark Sign
Bernadina autographs our newly won game worn jersey and we get interviewed by MLB.com.
4. Card Shark(adina)
Have you seen the back of Roger Bernadina's baseball card? It's got our website on it.
3. How We (Almost) Won Free Burritos For A Year (Again)
So, so close.
2. Congratulations Shark Fans
We win our epic internet fued with Nats beat reporter Bill "Speed Racer" Ladson.
1. THE CATCH OF THE YEAR
Shark's biggest play of his career (so far).
BONUS- Top Shark vs. of 2012
Shark vs. Cubs
Our most controversial photoshop ever.
Thanks for reading in 2012 Shark fans! Our resolution is to continue being the most jawesome aquatic-themed-baseball-player-nicknamed-blog on the internet. Or at least the top 5.
More to come.
Monday, December 31, 2012
Monday, December 10, 2012
Shark Holiday Shopping Guide
Are you sick of fighting the crowds at the mall this holiday season? Do you just want to find a unique gift for that Nats fan in your life? Well you could get them a Bryce Harper Jersey
, but there are only like a million of those in the stands during every game. So why not get them a shirt that will stick out in a crowd and references a very specific blog focused on one player and his nickname?
We have a shirt for everyone on your list!
For that special lady Nats fan, we recommend these attractive and comfortable shirts! You even have the option to customize the color so it matches her eyes!
And if they won't like a shirt, why not take a look at this JAWelry!
For that manly Shark fan you know, check out these fintastic choices:
Finally, if you can't dress your kid up like THIS, at least get them a Shark hat to wear around the house and at the ball game.
Amazon also has large collection of Nats merchandise none of these options float your boat. Also if you're in a boat, watch out for sharks because they will attack you unless you are wearing a Sharkadina Shirt. Happy holidays!
More to come.
We have a shirt for everyone on your list!
For that special lady Nats fan, we recommend these attractive and comfortable shirts! You even have the option to customize the color so it matches her eyes!
And if they won't like a shirt, why not take a look at this JAWelry!
For that manly Shark fan you know, check out these fintastic choices:
Finally, if you can't dress your kid up like THIS, at least get them a Shark hat to wear around the house and at the ball game.
Amazon also has large collection of Nats merchandise none of these options float your boat. Also if you're in a boat, watch out for sharks because they will attack you unless you are wearing a Sharkadina Shirt. Happy holidays!
More to come.
Saturday, December 8, 2012
Broken Dorsal Fin
So, you may have been wondering why things have been a little slow here over at Sharkadina. Well, this photo may answer that question:
Terry broke his hand pretending to be Mark DeRosa while playing kickball. If only he had been in the outfield pretending to be The Shark, maybe he would still have full use of all of his fins. After all, as the anatomy of the Shark shows, the Shark is indestructible.
Until he is fully healed, Terry will have to accept his consolation prize: being able to decorate his cast like a shark.
More to come.
Terry broke his hand pretending to be Mark DeRosa while playing kickball. If only he had been in the outfield pretending to be The Shark, maybe he would still have full use of all of his fins. After all, as the anatomy of the Shark shows, the Shark is indestructible.
Until he is fully healed, Terry will have to accept his consolation prize: being able to decorate his cast like a shark.
More to come.
Monday, November 5, 2012
SharKIDina
It's no secret that here at Sharkadina, we love kids. And kids love The Shark. As we revealed in our interview with Dan Steinberg, we work at a children's theatre: Imagination Stage. We have an entire section on our blog full of fun activities for kids. We once brought an entire group of 9 year olds to Nats park for a Shark-themed birthday party. Speaking of birthday parties, we have even showcased the best ever shark birthday cakes.
Well all of that is child's play (pun intended) to what is, without a doubt the BEST Shark Halloween costume of all time. And you don't have to take our word for it, this little Sharkadina Jr. won the official Nats Halloween contest. Here is Ryan Smith's Shark pup all dressed up and hunting down candy:
After being blessed by The Holy Shark, this little Sharkadina Jr. quickly ditched his Espinosa jersey for the full on Shark suit, which has, to date, only been seen in the wild during Shark Week or attacking Teddy.
Here are a couple more photos because they are simply too cute not to post. Great work, Ryan Smith!
More to come.
Well all of that is child's play (pun intended) to what is, without a doubt the BEST Shark Halloween costume of all time. And you don't have to take our word for it, this little Sharkadina Jr. won the official Nats Halloween contest. Here is Ryan Smith's Shark pup all dressed up and hunting down candy:
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| we're going to need a bigger candy bag |
Why would a kid want to dress up as The Shark? All it takes is an in person encounter with the nicest guy in baseball.
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| the power of the shark compels you |
Here are a couple more photos because they are simply too cute not to post. Great work, Ryan Smith!
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| fierce teeth |
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| we're all waiting for baseball season with you, little buddy |
Thursday, November 1, 2012
October Shark Fans of the Month
Happy November Shark fans!
The World Series is over, with the Giants reclaiming their crown, and while I could congratulate them, everyone else has already beaten me to the punch. I will admit that they played pretty darn good in October...
Instead of the congratulating the Giants though, I choose instead to congratulate the real heroes of October, the people who despite the Nationals losses in the NLDS, let their Shark Pride burn strong throughout the postseason and through Halloween.
Here are our three winners:
Tom Boudraeu:
With his french sounding name, an iPhone 5 and this awe-inspiring halloween costume, he was a shoo-in.
Jessica Bates:
Greatest pumpkin carver to every don this planet. Can't lose.
Uma Thurman:
That's right, the Kill Bill star happens to be a huge Shark fan! As pointed out by Evan (our September Shark Fan of the Month who takes this honor very seriously), Uma Thurman named her newborn daughter Rosalind Arusha Arkadina Altalune Florence Thurman Busson. Notice anything interesting about that name? Here, look at it again: Rosalind Aru"sha Arkadina" Altalune Florence Thurman Busson. With a name like that, how can you not be a Shark fan of the Month?! Thanks for catching that, Evan!
Help me once again congratulate these three (clapping at the computer would be socially acceptable)!
See also:
September Shark Fan of the Month
August Shark Fan of the Month
July Shark Fan of the Month
Remember, if you are interested in becoming a Shark Fan of the Month (or seeing your name/picture on a website), e-mail us your Sharkadina pride at Sharkadina@gmail.com.
More to come.
The World Series is over, with the Giants reclaiming their crown, and while I could congratulate them, everyone else has already beaten me to the punch. I will admit that they played pretty darn good in October...
Instead of the congratulating the Giants though, I choose instead to congratulate the real heroes of October, the people who despite the Nationals losses in the NLDS, let their Shark Pride burn strong throughout the postseason and through Halloween.
Here are our three winners:
Tom Boudraeu:
With his french sounding name, an iPhone 5 and this awe-inspiring halloween costume, he was a shoo-in.
Greatest pumpkin carver to every don this planet. Can't lose.
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| Jawsome. |
That's right, the Kill Bill star happens to be a huge Shark fan! As pointed out by Evan (our September Shark Fan of the Month who takes this honor very seriously), Uma Thurman named her newborn daughter Rosalind Arusha Arkadina Altalune Florence Thurman Busson. Notice anything interesting about that name? Here, look at it again: Rosalind Aru"sha Arkadina" Altalune Florence Thurman Busson. With a name like that, how can you not be a Shark fan of the Month?! Thanks for catching that, Evan!
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| We love the newborn's tattoo, Uma. |
See also:
September Shark Fan of the Month
August Shark Fan of the Month
July Shark Fan of the Month
Remember, if you are interested in becoming a Shark Fan of the Month (or seeing your name/picture on a website), e-mail us your Sharkadina pride at Sharkadina@gmail.com.
More to come.
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
An open apology from Sharkadina
Dear Sharkadina fans/followers,
It's been a roller coaster of a month. It had it's moments of sheer excitement that are forever burned into my memory as well as some negatives... We have been fairly absent at Sharkadina without much news of the Shark or Nats baseball. Tyler spent the last 3 weeks alone in his room, inconsolably crying. I goblincinerated to the edge of brain damage. For this, we apologize. We will be better, we promise. We cannot guarantee a post a day, but we will do our absolute best to keep you in the loop on all the Shark gossip. As pointed out by some astute Twitter followers, the Shark has been spotted playing golf in California, and apparently [fakely] slain in Australia. We would truly be completely insane, hypocritical jackasses to claim to be Roger Bernadina's biggest fans and ignore a blog in his honor for 5 months.
FEAR NOT, SHARKADINA SHALL NOT DIE IN THE COLD DEPTHS OF WINTER.
FOR THIS WE SWEAR
Forever yours,
Terry and Tyler
Sharkadina
It's been a roller coaster of a month. It had it's moments of sheer excitement that are forever burned into my memory as well as some negatives... We have been fairly absent at Sharkadina without much news of the Shark or Nats baseball. Tyler spent the last 3 weeks alone in his room, inconsolably crying. I goblincinerated to the edge of brain damage. For this, we apologize. We will be better, we promise. We cannot guarantee a post a day, but we will do our absolute best to keep you in the loop on all the Shark gossip. As pointed out by some astute Twitter followers, the Shark has been spotted playing golf in California, and apparently [fakely] slain in Australia. We would truly be completely insane, hypocritical jackasses to claim to be Roger Bernadina's biggest fans and ignore a blog in his honor for 5 months.
![apparently [fakely] slain in Australia](http://i.imgur.com/aqYQz.png){kind=link}
FEAR NOT, SHARKADINA SHALL NOT DIE IN THE COLD DEPTHS OF WINTER.
FOR THIS WE SWEAR
Forever yours,
Terry and Tyler
Sharkadina
Thursday, October 11, 2012
The Great Werth
WHAT A GAME!!!! HOLY SH**K!!!!!!
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| Werth rounds second after his walk-off homer |
We were at the game and it was jawsome. While there was a downside (the Shark didn't play), there were so many upsides. Here are some pictures, but go to the Nats website to watch the real highlights.
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| Sharkadina's first postseason game (of many, hopefully) |
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| Oh hai! by Nationals 101 |
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| SHARK |
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| TAKEDOWN |
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| The Chosen One |
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| I AM THE GREAT WERTH! |
AND FINALLY, THE BEST PICTURE OF THE NIGHT BY DAN YOKEN:
Today was Werth's day, tomorrow is the Shark's.
More to come.
Wednesday, October 10, 2012
Sharkspiration
So the Nationals are down 2 games to 1. Feeling glum? Well stop. We've all dealt with sadness before. Sometimes more than once. Or even twice.
The Nationals have to win the next two games to proceed to the NLCS. And they are going to do it.
If you need some inspiration to ignite your #sharkitude, just look at what a super Shark fan, Chad Nichols, on our facebook wall:
See you all at the stadium tomorrow.
More to come.
The Nationals have to win the next two games to proceed to the NLCS. And they are going to do it.
If you need some inspiration to ignite your #sharkitude, just look at what a super Shark fan, Chad Nichols, on our facebook wall:
See you all at the stadium tomorrow.
More to come.